Background: Of the migrants arriving at the Kino Border Initiative (KBI) in 2021 who had been deported, nearly half reported some form of abuse by a U.S. official. Dozens of asylum seekers shared with KBI staff that they approached the port of entry and were turned away without having their asylum claims heard. Migrants have also reported verbal abuse, excessive force, and sexual assault by Border Patrol. Of the 1,667 reported abuses by U.S. authorities in 2021, 94% were committed by Border …Read More
August – September Announcements
Our 2021 Annual Report is available! Last year was an exciting year at KBI, including an Executive Director transition, the initiation of our strategic planning process, and coordinated efforts build a world where Migration with Dignity is possible. You can click here to view the report. Join us as a volunteer for our next Annual Dinner. You can be instrumental in bringing to life our next Annual Fundraising Dinner on March 11, 2023. Our first planning committee meeting will be held via Zoom. …Read More
Join us September 26 to march for migrant dignity
It's hard for to believe that we're still fighting back Title 42 over 2.5 years later. KBI and the Revolucionarios, migrant organizers in Nogales, are grateful to do this work with others in solidarity who continue to elevate messages of welcome in communities across the U.S. The Revolucionarios invite you to commemorate the internationally recognized World Day of Migrants and Refugees with a march entitled, "We March for Migrant Dignity" on September 26. The march will begin with an intro at …Read More
July – August Announcements
Applications for fall, winter and spring volunteer positions are still open. Kino Border Initiative thrives because of the dedication and solidarity of volunteers from both sides of the border. For more information click here. KBI Hosts Cafecitos with Joanna Williams to Share New Strategic Plan. Our Executive Director will be hosting virtual Cafecitos to share about our new Strategic Plan. Bring your questions, curiosity, and your passion! We are ready to move into this next season as an …Read More
April-May Media Report
KBI in the news: Migrants wait at the border while U.S.battles over lifting COVID-19 ban on processing asylum applications KBI in the news: Biden lays out his authority to end “Remain in Mexico” policy KBI in the news: Op-ed: Young Adults seeks a just world through faith/ Faith Matters KBI in the news: Op-ed: What does it mean to love my neighbor as myself? A visit to the border KBI in the news: Op-ed: Palm Sunday: Holy Frustration, on the Memory of a Riot …Read More
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